CVE-2011-2517
UnknownEPSS 0.38%
Last modified
CVE-2011-2517 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Multiple buffer overflows in net/wireless/nl80211.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.39.2 allow local users to gain privileges by leveraging the CAP_NET_ADMIN capability during scan operations with a long SSID value.. EPSS estimates a 0.38% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Multiple buffer overflows in net/wireless/nl80211.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.39.2 allow local users to gain privileges by leveraging the CAP_NET_ADMIN capability during scan operations with a long SSID value.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | < 2.6.39.2 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 5.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Desktop | 5.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Server | 5.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux Workstation | 5.0 |
References
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2011-1212.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/07/01/4Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=718152Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/208c72f4fe44fe09577e7975ba0e7fa0278f3d03Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2011-1212.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/07/01/4Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=718152Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/208c72f4fe44fe09577e7975ba0e7fa0278f3d03Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2011-2517?
Multiple buffer overflows in net/wireless/nl80211.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.39.2 allow local users to gain privileges by leveraging the CAP_NET_ADMIN capability during scan operations with a long SSID value.
How severe is CVE-2011-2517?
Severity scoring for CVE-2011-2517 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2011-2517?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2011-2517?
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